WHS UNIT
WORKPLACE HEALTH AND SAFETY AUDITING
GUIDELINES
Contents
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Purpose .................................................................................................................................................... 1
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Scope ....................................................................................................................................................... 1
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Definitions ................................................................................................................................................. 1
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4.1
4.2
4.3
Responsibilities ........................................................................................................................................ 1
WHS Unit .................................................................................................................................................. 1
Auditor(s) .................................................................................................................................................. 1
Managers of Faculties and Divisions ....................................................................................................... 2
Auditor Training Requirements ................................................................................................................ 2
6.1
6.2
6.3
6.4
6.5
6.6
6.7
6.8
6.9
6.10
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WHS Verification Audit ............................................................................................................................. 2
Audit Scope .............................................................................................................................................. 2
Audit Program .......................................................................................................................................... 2
Auditor Requirements............................................................................................................................... 2
Audit Methodology.................................................................................................................................... 2
Initial Meeting ........................................................................................................................................... 3
Opening Meeting ...................................................................................................................................... 3
Audit Evidence ......................................................................................................................................... 3
Reporting of Audit Results ....................................................................................................................... 3
Corrective Action Plan .............................................................................................................................. 3
Review and Improvement ........................................................................................................................ 4
Related Documents .................................................................................................................................. 4
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Review and Evaluation ............................................................................................................................. 4
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Version Control Table............................................................................................................................... 4
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Appendix 1: WHS Verification Audit Criteria ............................................................................................ 5
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Appendix 2: Initial Email to Management of Area Being Audited ............................................................ 9
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Appendix 3: Examples of Evidence for WHS Verification Audit .............................................................10
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Appendix 4: Example Audit Report Email ..............................................................................................11
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Appendix 5: Verification Audit Corrective Action Plan ............................................................................. 1
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Purpose
This guideline describes the auditing processes used to verify the implementation of the University’s Workplace
Health and Safety Management System (WHMS) within University faculties and divisions. WHS audits include
verifying:
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the level of compliance with planned arrangements, for example as stated in WHS documentation
whether the WHSMS has been properly implemented and maintained
the level of implementation is effective.
Scope
This guideline outlines the requirements for auditing the implementation of the University’s WHSMS. As a
licensed self-insurer the University uses the National Self-Insurer WHS National Audit Tool Version 3
(WorkCover NSW) to determine appropriate audit criteria.
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Definitions
Audit
Systematic, independent and documented process for obtaining audit evidence and
evaluating it objectively to determine the extent to which the audit criteria are fulfilled.
Audit plan
Description of the activities and arrangements for an audit
Audit criteria
Set of policies, procedures or requirements.
Audit evidence
Records, statements of fact or other information, which are relevant to the audit criteria
and verifiable.
Audit findings
Results of the evaluation of the collected audit evidence against audit criteria.
Audit scope
Extent and boundaries of an audit.
Auditee
Area being audited.
Auditor
Person with the competence to conduct an audit.
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Responsibilities
4.1
WHS Unit
The University’s WHS Unit is responsible for ensuring that audits are conducted in accordance with these
guidelines. The WHS Unit is responsible for managing and conducting the University’s WHS audit program
including:
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4.2
establishing the objectives and extent of the audit program
defining the responsibilities and procedures in accordance with self-insurance requirements
ensure resources are provided to complete the audit program
undertaking the implementation of the audit program
ensuring that appropriate audit records are maintained, and
the review and continuous improvement of the audit program.
Auditor(s)
Auditors are responsible for adhering to the principles of auditing whilst conducting the audit. The following
principles derived from AS/NZS ISO 19011 relate to auditors:
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ethical conduct – trust, integrity, confidentiality and discretion
fair presentation – audit findings, audit conclusions and audit reports reflect truthfully and accurately the
audit activities. Significant obstacles encountered during the audit and unresolved diverging opinions
between the audit team and the audit area are reported, and
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due professional care – auditors exercise care in accordance with the importance of the task they
perform and the confidence placed in them by audit clients and other interested parties. Having the
necessary competence is an important factor.
Managers of Faculties and Divisions
Management of faculties and divisions are required to ensure that any remedial actions required as an outcome
of a WHS audit are implemented within their area of control.
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Auditor Training Requirements
All auditors undertaking WHSMS audits are required to have completed WHSMS auditor training as outlined in
the WHS Training Guidelines.
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WHS Verification Audit
6.1
Audit Scope
The scope of a WHS verification audit includes:
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verifying that the University’s operational activities comply with WHSMS requirements e.g. policy,
procedures and guidelines
determining if maintenance of the WHSMS is required so that it can be effectively implemented.
The audit examines a combination of evidence types including documentation and records (e.g. hazard and
incident reports, risk assessments, safe work procedures, inspection and training records), physical work
environment (e.g. signage, barricades, engineering controls) and verbal evidence (interviews with personnel).
6.2
Audit Program
The WHS audit program will be prepared to cover three year cycle outlined in the WHS Verification Audit
Schedule. The schedule will be determined by the WHS Advisors reviewing the health and safety risks of
faculty and divisions via a review of previously reported hazards and incidents, operational activities and
incidents reported and outcomes of previous audits. The resulting WHS Verification Audit Schedule outlines the
audit program for a rolling three year period and is reviewed annually and tabled at the WHS Committee
meeting for consultation.
WHS verification audits are to be conducted in accordance with the WHS Verification Audit Schedule.
6.3
Auditor Requirements
Auditors are required to have completed WHS management system auditor training and must have WHS
qualifications and/or relevant WHS work experience. It is preferred that the auditors also have suitable
experience and knowledge of WHS systems and the work environment being audited.
The lead auditor is to have a level of independence from the area being audited; they must not report to the
management of the area being audited or have extensive experience in the implementation of WHS systems for
the area.
6.4
Audit Methodology
WHS verification audits are based on a subset of the criteria from the National Self Insurer WHS Audit Tool and
are detailed in Appendix 1: WHS Verification Audit Criteria. The audit shall be conducted using the University
WHS Verification Audit Tool (Appendix 1) which will be customised dependant on the risk profile for the area,
the area’s previous audit performance and the scope of the audit being undertaken.
The following audit protocols are to be observed:
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the date and scope of the audit is to be notified in writing to the Manager of the Unit 1 month prior to the
scheduled audit commencing
an initial meeting with the management and key personnel (for example Workplace Advisory Committee
Chair) of the Unit to be conducted prior to the audit
the audit is conducted over a five day period, however this is subject to change depending on the size
of the area being audited
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6.5
the audit is conducted by the WHS Unit which may involve interviews, documentation review and/or
physical inspection of areas as determined from the scope of the audit
an audit close-out meeting will be held which provides preliminary findings and a thank you for the
opportunity to audit and the official closing of the audit week
a draft audit report is prepared by the lead auditor utilising database audit report template which outlines
the recommendations for improvement in areas found to be deficient
the draft audit report is sent to the Manager and WAC representative for consultation
after the consultation period is closed, the final report is sent to the management of the area.
Initial Meeting
An initial meeting is to be held with the auditee’s management or, where appropriate, those responsible for the
functions or processes to be audited. The purpose of an initial meeting is to:
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6.6
confirm the audit plan
provide a short summary of how the audit activities will be undertaken
confirm communication channels
confirm employees to be interviewed for the audit
provide an opportunity for the auditee to ask questions
provide auditees the opportunity to identify specific tasks or activities to focus on
clarify the process for the reporting of hazards identified throughout the audit
outline the purpose, scope, methodology, scheduling of any interviews, required documents results,
corrective action plan and any questions.
Opening Meeting
An opening meeting will be held on the first day of the audit. The opening meeting should include:
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the auditors
a management representative from the auditee
any other key personnel identified by the auditee.
The purpose of the opening meeting is to officially commence the audit process and to provide the auditee the
opportunity to communicate or clarify any changes or additions to the audit scope for the week.
6.7
Audit Evidence
During the audit, information relevant to the criteria and WHS management system implementation will be
collected by a representative sample of personnel through observation and discussion with people who
implement the system. Only information which is able to be sighted can be included as sufficient evidence to
determine conformance to the criteria.
6.8
Reporting of Audit Results
Audit results are determined by removing all non-applicable and non-verifiable criteria from the results. The
remaining criteria are then assigned a ‘conformance’ or ‘non-conformance’ rating based on the compliance
shown through the audit. The audit results are then based on the percentage of conforming criteria.
Audit results including findings such as examples of conformances or non-conformances are to be reported to
management and key personnel of the area through the final audit report.
6.9
Corrective Action Plan
An audit corrective action plan is to be developed by management of the audit area in consultation with the
Workplace Advisory Committee to address any deficiencies highlighted by the audit. The audit corrective action
plan template is provided in Appendix 5 and contains the following information:
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the criteria which have not been met
corrective actions to be taken
responsibility
priority level
resources required, and
estimated completion.
Progress reviews using the WHS Verification Audit Review Form are to be conducted by the WHS Unit within a
six month period from the time of the audit to monitor the progress of corrective actions.
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Review and Improvement
An annual review of verification audit non-conformances for each year is to be conducted to identify trends and
system improvement initiatives by the WHS Unit Manager. A summary of this review is to be included in the
WHS System review.
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Related Documents
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National Self Insurer WHS Audit Tool, V2.0 3 August 2009
AS/NZS ISO 19011 – Guidelines for Quality and/or Environmental Management Systems Auditing
WHS Verification Audit Tool
WHS Verification Audit Review Form
WHS Management System Guidelines.
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Review and Evaluation
The University’s auditing guidelines are to be reviewed for relevance and compliance to WHS Systems
requirements every three years or after change to legislative requirements or standards.
Outcomes of any audits which identify other system reviews and continuous improvement are to be undertaken
through the use of documented performance improvement strategies outlined in the University’s WHS
Management System Guidelines.
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Version Control Table
Version
Control
1
2
Date Released
Approved By
November 2005
August 2008
WHS Manager
WHS Manager
3
August 2010
WHS Manager
4
February 2011
WHS Manager
5
6
7
March 2012
January 2012
April 2015
WHS Manager
WHS Manager
WHS Manager
Amendment
New version.
Included National Audit Tool Criteria, updated to
reflect Quality Assurance requirements.
Document updated to incorporate the Personnel
name change to Human Resources Division.
Updated to reflect requirements in V2.0 of
National Self-Insurer WHS Audit Tool, WorkCover
NSW.
Re-brand.
Update WHS to WHS.
Update to include NAT V3 requirements and
other minor amendments.
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Internal
Audit
Ref.
1.1
1.2
1.3
1.4
1.5
1.6
1.7
1.8
1.9
2.1
2.2
2.3
2.4
2.5
2.6
2.7
2.8
2.9
2.10
2.11
Appendix 1: WHS Verification Audit Criteria
Internal Audit Criteria
NAT
Ref.
The health and safety policy is available to other interested parties, including regulatory
authorities, suppliers, contractors, and those visiting the workplace.
Relevant personnel in the organisation are advised of, and have ready access to, current
relevant health and safety legislation, standards, codes of practice, agreements and
guidelines.
The organisation and/or individual satisfies legal requirements to undertake specific
activities, perform work or operate equipment including any:
a. licence
b. certificate of competency
c. notification
d. registration
e. approval or exemption
f. other relevant requirements.
Specific health and safety objectives and measurable targets have been assigned to all
relevant functions and levels within the organisation.
Financial and physical resources have been identified, allocated and are periodically
reviewed, to enable the effective implementation and improvement of the organisation’s
health and safety management system.
There are sufficient qualified and competent persons to implement the organisation’s
health and safety management system as identified through a documented review.
Senior management understand the organisation’s legal obligations for health and safety
and can demonstrate how they fulfil them.
The specific health and safety responsibilities (including legislative obligations), authority
to act and reporting relationships in the organisation have been defined, documented
and communicated.
Workers are held accountable for health and safety performance in accordance with their
defined responsibilities.
The organisation has a procedure for identifying and defining the health and safety
training needs of employees, contractors, labour hire employees or visitors, where
relevant.
The organisation consults with employees to identify their training needs in relation to
performing their work activities safely.
A documented training plan(s) based on training needs shall be developed and
implemented.
The organisation trains workers (as appropriate) to perform their work safely, and verifies
their understanding of that training.
The organisation has an induction program for all workers including management, which
is based on their likely risk exposure, and provides relevant instruction in the
organisation’s health and safety policy and procedures.
Training and assessment is delivered by competent persons with appropriate
knowledge, skills and experience.
The health and safety requirements of tasks are identified, applied to the recruitment and
placement of workers, and tasks are allocated according to their capability and level of
training.
Management has received training in health and safety management principles and
practices appropriate to their role and responsibilities within the organisation, and the
relevant health and safety legislation.
Those representing the employer and the workers on health and safety matters,
including representatives on consultative committee(s), receive appropriate training to
enable them to undertake their representative roles effectively.
Refresher training (as identified by the training needs) is provided to all workers to
enable them to perform their tasks safely.
The training program is reviewed on a regular basis, and when there are changes in the
workplace that impact on the health and safety of workers, to ensure that the skills and
competencies of workers remain relevant.
1.1.2
2.1.3
2.1.4
2.2.2
3.1.1
3.1.2
3.2.1
3.2.3
3.2.5
3.3.1
3.3.2
3.3.3
3.3.4
3.3.5
3.3.6
3.3.7
3.3.8
3.3.9
3.3.10
3.3.11
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Audit
Ref.
2.12
2.13
2.14
2.15
2.16
2.17
2.18
2.19
2.20
3.1
3.2
3.3
3.4
3.5
3.5
3.6
3.7
3.8
3.9
3.10
3.11
Internal Audit Criteria
NAT
Ref.
The organisation has:
a. in consultation with workers, determined the number of worker representatives
required to effectively represent all work groups
b. made arrangements to allow the workers to select those who will represent them
on health and safety matters consistent with legislative requirements
c. communicated the consultative arrangements to workers, including names of their
worker and employer representatives for health and safety matters.
Those who represent workers on health and safety matters:
a. are provided time and resources to effectively undertake this role
b. meet regularly with management about health and safety issues and the minutes
of their meetings are available to all workers.
Workers or their representatives are involved in the development, implementation and
review of procedures for the identification of hazards and the assessment and control of
risks.
The organisation’s health and safety policy and other relevant information on health and
safety are communicated to all workers, and consider language and standards of
literacy.
The organisation regularly communicates to workers about the progress towards the
resolution of health and safety disputes.
There are procedures for the exchange of relevant health and safety information with
external parties, including customers, suppliers, contractors and relevant public
authorities.
Specific instructions and safe work procedures associated with particular products,
processes, projects or sites have been developed where appropriate.
Hazard identification, risk assessment and the development of control measures are
undertaken during the design stage of plant, products, buildings or processes, or when
the design is modified.
Competent persons verify that designs and modifications meet specified health and
safety requirements.
The organisation’s procedures, work instructions and work practices reflect the
requirements of current health and safety legislation, standards, codes of practice,
agreements and guidelines.
Where contractors are utilised in the organisation, the health and safety responsibilities
and accountabilities of the organisation and the contractor(s) have been clearly defined,
allocated and communicated within the organisation and to the contractor(s) and their
workers.
Documents and data critical to health and safety shall be clearly identifiable, duly
authorised prior to issue, kept legible and include their issue status.
The organisation provides workers with ready access to relevant health and safety
documents and data and advises them of its availability.
Documents and data are regularly reviewed by competent persons to ensure their
effectiveness, suitability and the currency of the information.
Health and safety requirements are identified, evaluated and incorporated into all
purchasing specifications for services.
The ability to meet health and safety requirements is assessed in the selection of
contractors and labour hire employees.
Contractor health and safety performance is monitored and reviewed to ensure
continued adherence to the organisation’s health and safety requirements or
specifications.
The organisation determines its health and safety requirements prior to the purchase of
goods, and communicates those specifications to the supplier.
Procedures shall be established and implemented for verifying that purchased goods
meet health and safety requirements and any discrepancies identified are addressed
before the goods are put into operational use.
Potential emergency situations have been identified and an emergency plan is:
a. developed for the organisation and its workplaces
b. in accordance with legislative requirements
c. regularly reviewed.
Workers receive training and practice in the emergency plan appropriate to their
allocated emergency response responsibilities.
3.4.2
3.4.3
3.4.4
3.5.1
3.5.2
3.5.3
3.7.2
3.10.7
3.10.8
2.1.2
3.2.4
3.8.2
3.8.3
3.8.4
3.10.2
3.10.3
3.10.4
3.10.5
3.10.6
3.11.1
3.11.3
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Audit
Ref.
3.12
3.13
3.14
3.15
4.1
4.2
4.3
4.4
4.5
4.6
4.7
4.8
4.9
4.10
4.11
4.12
4.13
4.14
4.15
4.16
4.17
Internal Audit Criteria
NAT
Ref.
Competent persons have periodically assessed the suitability, location and accessibility
of emergency equipment, including where changes to layout, equipment or process have
occurred.
Emergency and fire protection equipment, exit signs and alarm systems are inspected,
tested and maintained at regular intervals.
The organisation has assessed its first aid requirements and the first aid program is in
place.
The organisation has a program for management of health and safety records including:
a. identification and traceability
b. collection, indexing and filing
c. access and confidentiality
d. retention and maintenance
e. protection against damage, deterioration or loss
f. retrieval
g. disposal.
The organisation has identified the hazards, including public safety hazards that are
associated with its activities, processes, products or services; assessed the risks
involved; and implemented suitable control measures in accordance with the
organisation’s methodology.
The hazard identification, risk assessment and risk control process is undertaken by
persons competent in the use of the organisation’s methodology.
The organisation documents all identified hazards, risk assessments and risk control
plans.
Risks of identified hazards are assessed in consultation with workers having regard to
the likelihood and consequence of injury, illness or incidents occurring, taking into
consideration:
a. legal requirements
b. evaluation of available information
c. records of incidents, illness and disease
d. the potential for emergency situations.
The organisation determines those areas where access controls are required and
ensures effective controls are implemented and maintained.
There are procedures to ensure that materials and substances are disposed of in a
manner that minimises risk of personal injury and illness.
The organisation has a program for the safe use, handling, transfer, inventory
management and transport of hazardous chemicals.
Comprehensive health and safety information on all hazardous chemicals is readily
accessible.
The organisation ensures that hazardous chemicals are stored safely and in accordance
with legislative requirements.
The organisation has permit to work procedures for use when required.
3.11.4
Where personal protective equipment is required, it is appropriate for the task, its
provision is accompanied by suitable training or instruction, and it is used correctly and
maintained in a serviceable condition.
Safety signs, including regulatory, hazard, emergency information and fire signs, meet
relevant standards and codes of practice, and are displayed in accordance with legal
and organisational requirements.
There are procedures to ensure that materials are transported, handled and stored in a
safe manner.
Workers are supervised according to their capabilities and the degree of risk of the task
they are undertaking, to ensure that tasks are performed safely and work instructions
and procedures are followed.
The organisation has a program to effectively manage the safety of its workers when
working at workplaces not under the control of the organisation.
All substances in containers and transfer systems are identified and clearly labelled to
avoid inadvertent or inappropriate use.
The organisation has a system in place to ensure emergency authorities are informed of
relevant hazards on-site (including hazardous chemicals) when attending an emergency.
Note: Remote sites only
3.10.15
3.11.5
3.11.7
4.4.1
3.9.2
3.9.3
3.9.4
3.9.5
3.10.1
3.10.9
3.10.11
3.10.12
3.10.13
3.10.14
3.10.20
3.10.21
3.10.22
3.10.23
3.10.25
3.11.6
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5.1
Internal Audit Criteria
NAT
Ref.
Workplace injuries and illnesses, incidents and health and safety hazards, dangerous
occurrences and system failures, are reported and recorded in accordance with relevant
procedures.
3.6.1
5.2
Reports on health and safety inspections, testing and monitoring, including
recommendations for corrective action, are produced and forwarded to senior
management and worker representative(s) as appropriate.
The organisation has a program for identifying and managing change that may impact on
health and safety.
Plant and equipment is maintained to ensure safe operational use and a record is kept
which includes (but is not limited to) relevant details of inspections, maintenance, repair
and alteration of plant.
There is a procedure for unsafe plant and equipment to be identified and quarantined or
withdrawn from service.
Controls are implemented to ensure the safety of persons (including members of the
public) while plant and equipment is in the process of being cleaned, serviced, repaired
or altered.
Competent persons verify that plant and equipment is safe before being returned to
service after repair or alteration.
There is a health and safety inspection, testing and monitoring program that incorporates
timely and effective corrective action processes.
Inspections seek input and involvement from the workers who are required to undertake
the tasks being inspected.
Engineering controls, including safety devices, are regularly inspected and tested (where
appropriate) to ensure their integrity.
Monitoring of the workplace environment (general and personal) is conducted where
appropriate and records of the results are maintained.
Inspection, measuring and test equipment related to health and safety monitoring is
appropriately identified, calibrated, maintained and stored.
The organisation has identified those situations where workers’ health surveillance
should occur and has procedures to conduct this surveillance. The health of workers
exposed to specific hazards is monitored, recorded, reported and action is taken to
address any adverse effects.
3.6.3
5.3
5.4
5.5
5.6
5.7
5.8
5.9
5.10
5.11
5.12
5.13
3.9.8
3.10.16
3.10.17
3.10.18
3.10.19
4.1.1
4.1.2
4.1.3
4.1.4
4.1.5
4.2.1
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Appendix 2: Initial Email to Management of Area Being Audited
Good morning <name of manager/HOS>,
As you may be aware, the University of Wollongong is committed to improving occupational health and safety
for its staff, students and visitors and has in place a comprehensive WHS management system for faculties and
divisions to implement to meet their WHS obligations. As part of the process of continuous improvement in
reducing work related injuries and meeting the University’s self insurance expectations, the WHS Unit conducts
audits throughout the University to ensure that the WHS Management system is appropriately implemented
across campus.
The <area being audited> has been scheduled by the WHS Unit to be audited in the week commencing <date
of audit> The process involves conducting interviews and review of documentation which occurs over a period
of one week.
To start the process, could you please nominate a person from the School/Unit that could assist in identifying
suitable people to interview and activities to review.
Please do not hesitate to contact me to discuss any questions you may have.
Regards,
<name of lead auditor>
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Appendix 3: Examples of Evidence for WHS Verification Audit
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21.
Faculty or division management plan
Position descriptions for staff with WHS responsibilities
Examples of accountability mechanism e.g. performance planner etc
Local area document register if required
local documentation
Records register/index
WAC (or consultation meetings) meeting minutes
Contractor management documentation
Tender documentation including evaluation checklists
Purchasing risk assessments
Workplace/hazard inspection reports
Hazard/incident reports
Risk assessments (Generic, Fieldwork, Manual Handling, Hazardous substances etc)
Emergency management procedure documentation (including emergency debrief forms)
First aid assessments
Access control register
Safe work procedures
Inspection and testing records, i.e. electrical equipment or plant (including fume cupboards,
pressure vessels, fire door, panel, alarms, extinguishers inspections, boiler inspections, fieldwork
vehicles)
Hazardous substances documentation, i.e. ChemAlert manifest, MSDS register
WHS training and competency records (including generic training such as WHS for senior
managers and supervisors, risk specific training such as manual handling, hazardous substances
and task specific training such as use of equipment, processes)
Any other documentation which demonstrates safety management within the unit.
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Appendix 4: Example Audit Report Email
Good afternoon <name of manager/HOS>,
Thank you for the opportunity to audit the <area audited>. Staff provided valuable information which allowed us
to identify the level of implementation of the WHS Management System at the School/Unit.
Please find attached the report outlining findings from the WHS verification audit. Included throughout the report
are suggested actions which may assist <area audited> to rectify non-conformances that were identified.
Should you wish to discuss any of the findings please do not hesitate to contact myself.
I will contact you over the next few months to discuss the main items found during the audit, recommended
actions and how the WHS unit can assist in this process.
Regards
<name of lead auditor>
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Appendix 5: Verification Audit Corrective Action Plan
Area audited
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Manager of Unit
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Date of Audit
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No.
Priority level
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Criteria
Corrective Action to be Taken
Resources Required
Responsibility
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Estimated
Completion
Date